Bacteria can make plastic-like stuff from peanut oil. This isn't your usual plastic. It's special because it breaks down naturally and doesn't harm the environment. Scientists found a type of bacteria called Bacillus subtilis LO1. It's great at turning peanut oil into this eco-friendly plastic. Thi
The quest to boost vitamin B2, or riboflavin, production has led to some clever tricks with bacteria. Scientists have found a way to make Bacillus subtilis, a common bacteria, produce more riboflavin. They did this by tweaking a specific pathway in the bacteria's metabolism. This pathway, known as t
Palm kernel meal (PKM) is tough for non-ruminant animals to digest due to its high fibre content, mostly mannan. A new way to tackle this problem is by using bacteria to break down these fibres. Scientists found a powerful bacteria called Bacillus subtilis F6 that can effectively degrade mannan. In
Did you know that certain bacteria can help clean our water? One such bacteria is Bacillus subtilis, or B. subtilis for short. This little guy is special because it can trap tiny plastic particles, known as nanoplastics, while also processing nitrogen compounds in water. Scientists have been studyin
Have you ever wondered what's hiding in your local landfill? It turns out, it could be a warrior against pollution! One such fighter is a special strain of Bacillus subtilis, known as LLS-04, that scientists found in landfills. This tiny hero is like a superhero of the microscopic world, helping to
